4 Reasons to Take Your Family to the North Dakota State Fair (and a GIVEAWAY!)

4 Reasons to Take Your Family to the North Dakota State Fair (and a GIVEAWAY!)

Posted by Carolyn
on
June 30, 2017

Looking for something fun to do as a
family this summer—without having to travel far? A trip
to the North Dakota State Fair could be just the ticket!

The 2017
fair is just around the corner, and with nine days of activities and
adventure from sunup to sundown, it's a great bet for families with kids of all ages to enjoy. Here are a few of our
favorite things about the NDSF that we're sure your family will love, too.

Check out our NDSF Family Fun Pack GIVEAWAY (details at the end of this blog).

Food, Glorious Food

It's OK to admit: the first thing that
probably comes to mind when you hear the words “state fair” is
all the delicious FOOD. Mini donuts, juicy cheeseburgers, fresh
squeezed lemonade, chocolate-covered everything on a stick...there
really is something for everyone. Even the pickiest little eaters
will find something to chow down on at the fair, and since the theme
is food on the go, it's all quick and easy to eat (even from the tray
of a stroller!).

Free Entertainment

The grandstand acts are big draws for
adults at the fair, and there's always fun to be had on the carnival
rides, but what about entertainment that's kid-friendly and a little
easier on the wallet? Don't worry, there's plenty of it to be found!
There are several free stages located throughout the fairgrounds with
interactive shows ranging from racing pigs to musicians and
everything in between. There are also themed days like Pride of
Dakota Day, when vendors set up underneath a giant tent that's fun to
stroll through with kids (and they'll come home with lots of freebies!).

If it gets too hot walking around
outside, there are several buildings to explore, too. The State Fair
Center is home to things like a 4-H exhibit and award-winning artwork
on display. There's a bunny barn that's guaranteed to impress the
littlest fairgoers, and even an indoor (air conditioned!) play area
for small children who need to burn off some energy. Three commercial
buildings have aisles and aisles of shopping that make for a good
escape from the sun when your family needs a break, too.

The Animal Kingdom

The only thing that might outnumber
people at the state fair are the animals—and they're a must-see
when you visit. There are several livestock barns that my kids love
wandering through. Want to see a sheep getting shorn? Visit the
Livestock Expo Barn. Want to see cows being milked? Take a stroll
through the Dairy Barn. And the daily competitions are fun to take in
with your kids, because many of the animals are being shown by kids
just like them.

Making Memories

The best reason to pay a visit to the
fair as a family is simple: it's a great opportunity to create
lifelong memories. I still remember going to the state fair with my
family when I was growing up—riding the Scrambler with my big
brother, catching Tootsie Rolls from the curb as the Saturday morning
parade rolled by, being dazzled by the twinkling lights below from
atop the ferris wheel. Doing something special like attending the
state fair with your immediate family makes an impression on even the
youngest members in the group. These long, hot summer days are prime
time for memory making as a family, and the North Dakota State Fair
is the perfect venue.

Sound like fun?We think so!

One lucky Bison Booties fan will win a NDSF Family Fun Pack (valued over $250!) which includes:

2 adult + 2 junior daily admission passes

2 sheets of carnival ride tickets ($80 value)

4 tickets for the winner's choice of either the Western Grand National Truck & Tractor Pull (7/25/17) -or- the Lonestar Concert (7/27/17)